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Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Quinault, WA
  • Lake Quinault
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Quinault Rain Forest Visitor Information Center
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault!

The Elk House is the Quinault Rain Forest's best kept secret and we are back in business! This 2 bedroom, 2 bath open-concept home was built in 2006 and sits on 4 acres of private land for you to enjoy and explore. It's hard to decide where the yard ends and nature begins. Barbeque on the 280 sq. ft. covered porch and watch for Roosevelt Elk that often graze in the front field, sometimes as close as 30 feet from the house! Get cozy next to the gas fireplace under 17 foot vaulted ceilings and watch for bald eagle, black-tail deer and great blue heron--regular visitors of the property. Enjoy the outdoor fire pit area and stargaze on clear summer nights. Explore nearby Zeigler Creek, picnic under a giant Maple tree and take leisurely walks around the property. The Elk House property is tranquility at it's best!

If you want to venture out, drive, bike or walk the South Shore Road and discover nearby hiking trails, explore the World's Largest Spruce Tree, visit the famous glacier-fed Lake Quinault, or jump in your car or take a guided tour of the 31 mile loop drive into the Olympic National Park to see spectacular waterfalls, giant evergreen trees and wildlife. Whether you are here to experience outdoor recreation or just get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, the Elk House is the perfect place for you to rest and rejuvenate.

While staying at the Elk House you will enjoy all the comforts of home. A fully functional kitchen with double convection oven and gas cook top, full-size built-in microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator allows you to enjoy family dining in a private and pristine setting. The open-concept kitchen/dining room/living room creates a family atmosphere that can't be beat! Take refuge in the 350 sq. ft. open loft with a large picture window or in the private suite on the main floor.

The Elk House was built with the outdoor enthusiast and family in mind. Everywhere you look, nature abounds. Make your next memory in Lake Quinault at the Elk House!

Property manager

Mike and Hollie Nelson (Owners)

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family centered atmosphere inside and out
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is strictly prohibited
Booking must be made 48 or more hours in advance

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Quinault

Located in Quinault, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Lake Quinault Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Quinault, WA

What's nearby

  • Big Spruce Trailhead - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Quinault - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Quinault Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Quinault Rain Forest Visitor Information Center - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinault Internet Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dino's Pizza and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Roosevelt Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salmon House Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Olympic National Forest and Big Spruce Trailhead. Wrights Canyon Trailhead and Lake Quinault are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

Beautiful home with plenty of space. Close to the park, lake, and lodge. So convenient. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 stars

Great visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking in the olympics

+++++.great setting and location for a quiet forest stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!

Wonderful stay. Quiet location. Enjoyed the elk in the evening and the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay.

We enjoyed views from the porch and the nice fire pit. Everything went really well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and home!

Gorgeous secluded home. Clean and homey. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cabin!

A lovely cabin. Superb location. Very clean. Lovely area. Really nice open lounge / dining / kitchen. Just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond Expectations

Beautiful stay. Pictures do not do it justice. We loved the property and home and wish we could have stayed one more night. Didnt see any Elk, but that was fine, because we just enjoyed the comfort of the home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, family friendly house

Fantastic house. Plenty of space. Elk in the backyard. Great location in quinault. Well stocked with all necessities. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

Even nicer than it looked online. Very private, large yard. Very comfortable for two couples. It would have been nice to have tables or luggage racks in the loft, since we only stayed a few days, we didn't want to unpack, even though there is lots of closet space. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful peaceful stay

Picturesque well maintained property in a quiet location with a lot to do around. We loved coming back and relaxing after hiking around the area- which has a lot of options which are all uncrowded and lovely. Was perfect for our family of 5. Internet service was plenty fast even for streaming. No cell signal on Verizon but you can drive 2 miles down the road if you need it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

We really enjoyed the incredible views and comfortable space at the Elk House! Wish we would have gotten to see some elk but loved the yard nonetheless. Very quick access to the Quinalt area activities. Ample kitchen space and comfortable beds. The home needs smoke detectors installed and could use some blinds upstairs, but otherwise we have no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and spacious with a beautiful view

We loved the serene setting and the opportunity to watch elk graze right on the property. Wish the seating on the porch had been more comfortable. Dishwasher was not working which is a small thing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ariana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Getaway at the Elk House

We enjoyed our stay at the Elk House and would come back again. It’s a great house and such a peaceful area. We didn’t see any elk, sadly, but enjoyed spending mornings and evenings on the porch. The WiFi worked great, and we were able to stream on the TV. The house is in a great area - easy drives to Lake Quinault, hiking, and more! The “grocery stores” near by are small so if you’re coming from a larger area it may be worth bringing groceries with you. A few things to note for future guests - there is a keurig but no kcups were provided so bring your own; same goes for coffee pot/coffee. We couldn’t figure out the air conditioning and there were no instructions to be found; it wasn’t that warm so I didn’t feel the need to reach out to the hosts about it, but something to note if you’ll be going in peak summer time. We hope to visit the area again in the future and would love to stay at Elk House again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janae J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to get away

Our family had a great experience here. The location was great and the home was cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location, comfortable home

Nice house located in a field, off the beaten path of Quinault. Peaceful and quiet. Enjoyed sitting on the porch. Saw the herd of elk early one morning. The TV and dishwater were not working.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This is a very nice cabin in the woods, near hiking and biking. The only issue was the fact that the dishwasher is still not functioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley M., Bainbridge Island, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Appropriately named

We saw a herd of 15 elk on the morning of our departure. What a treat! The place is perfect for a small family or 2 couples. It’s out away from traffic and noise. The tv is a large screen set with Direct Tv channels. My only suggestion is that the grill is in need of upgrading. We used it anyway but it’s showing it’s age and usage. This is our second time here and we’d return again as it’s near some of our favorite hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

We had a lovely weekend around Lake Quinault and the Elklodge provided a great home base. Very clean, well stocked, and close to everything in the area. Master bedroom on the lofted top floor is open to the living room but is visibly private.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

MaryAnn c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wide open spaces

Peaceful quiet wide meadow behind this bright and open house. Close to Quinault Lodge and Olympic NP. Owner was very responsive to our call about grill issues. We would suggest that the kitchen be a bit more stocked With spices and paper products like baggies and aluminum foil . The porch needs comfortable seating, 4 rockers to sit and view the property would be a great addition! Overall A great getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Laure D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

Great venue; super clean and well equipped. Only hiccup was the broken dishwasher but we had a lovely stay! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ajay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous place to eacape the daily hustle

We were excited right from the time of booking this property. We reached late in night and were greeted by an astounding view of the 'milky way' from the property. Amenities were all good as mentioned in the description. Thankfully the weather was great during our remainder of the stay. So much to explore around as well. Already recommended to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Hollie Nelson (Owners)

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Mike was born in Alaska and spent most of his childhood exploring the outdoors and spending time with his family and friends. He moved to Washington in 1996 and has lived in the Grays Harbor area ever since where he currently works in the road maintenance and construction business and for a local school district.

Hollie was born and raised in Lake Quinault, graduated from Washington State University and married Mike in 2001.She taught for 12 years as a school teacher and now works as an Early Childhood Coordinator for a local school district

Originally, Mike and Hollie designed the Elk House for a family of three with their daughter's special medical needs in mind. However, the family simply outgrew the indoor living space as their family increased in size. The Nelsons now have 4 daughters and a son ages 12, 7, 6 and 5 year-old twins. The Nelsons also provide foster care for children in need and have a licensed foster home in the area.

The Nelson's are active in their children's school, church and community. They have a passion for serving others and feel privileged to share the home they have made so many memories in, with others. We hope you enjoy your stay at the Elk House!

Why they chose this property

Mike and Hollie built the Elk House in 2006. The surroundings were perfect as the property borders the land that she grew up on as a child. Ziegler Creek, that borders the property was the creek she played in as a child during the summer months. The surrounding fields are where she spent most of her spare time riding horses, quads, hunting, fishing and hiking. Owning the Elk House Property, adjacent to where she made her childhood memories, was a dream come true for both Mike and Hollie. It has been such a blessing to make similar memories with our children and to know that others will do the same.

What makes this property unique

When the house was built in 2006, we were amazed at the amount of wildlife in our 'front yard.' When local salmon are spawning, bald eagle sightings are a daily occurrence. Great Blue Heron spend ample time at Zeigler Creek and it's soul soothing to hear the sounds of birds singing on a spring or summer morning while you drink a cup of coffee on the covered front porch. An occasional sighting of Black-tail deer and coyote, and the rare, but majestic passing-through of a bobcat or black bear remind us that we are in the heart of the Quinault Rain Forest.

All of the local wildlife are are fascinating to watch from the large and expansive windows in the home! However, our most frequent visitors are the famous Roosevelt Elk. When we thought about what we should name our home as a vacation rental, Mike asked, 'What's the first thing you think about when you think of this home and our property?' The answers was clear---Roosevelt Elk. And so, our home suddenly had a name--The Elk House. Herds as large as 50 elk graze comfortably on the property on a regular basis. The only boundary they seem to sense is a 20 foot perimeter around the house. Needless to say, we get the most amazing view on earth when they visit! You may hear elk bugling back and forth, witness the bulls 'fighting', Cows (female elk) nursing their calves, and enjoy the entire herd grazing and even playing right in front of your eyes. There are very few opportunities to view this magnificent animal so up close and personal in a home setting. Don't forget to bring your camera!

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